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Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA)
The Neurogenetics and Movement Disorder Clinic • Adult clinic • Referral required Expand
At a glance
Clinic address:
Margaret Ainsworth Building,
139 Barker Street,
Randwick NSW 2031
Service area:
Local, statewide and interstate referrals accepted
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Who the clinic is for
This adult clinic offers diagnostic assessment and ongoing follow-up for people with a confirmed or suspected diagnosis of mito. The clinic focuses on neurogenetics and movement disorders. Local, statewide and interstate referrals are accepted.
Clinic clinicians
Professor Carolyn Sue AM — Neurologist
Dr Christina Liang — Neurologist
Dr Dennis Yeow — Neurologist
Dr Simon Rowe — Neurologist
For people and families
How to access:Â A referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist is required.
How people are notified:Â By phone or email.
Telehealth:Â Telehealth appointments are available.
Outreach/regional clinics:Â Outreach or regional clinics are available.
Wait time: 6-12 weeks. If you have not heard back within 2 weeks, contact the clinic by phone or email.
For health professionals
Who can refer: GP or specialist.
Preferred referral method: Email.
Address referral to: Prof Carolyn Sue, Dr Dennis Yeow, Dr Christina Liang or Dr Simon Rowe.
What to include: Genetic report, previous letters, and test results.
The Children’s Hospital at Westmead
Genetic Metabolic Disorders Service • Paediatric clinic • Referral required Expand
At a glance
Clinic address:
The Children's Hospital at Westmead, Diagnostic Services building, level 1, corner Hawkesbury Road and Hainsworth Street, Westmead, NSW 2145
Service area:
NSW and ACT (outreach clinic services Newcastle)
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected mitochondrial disease (mito)
Who the clinic is for
Paediatric clinic (children and adolescents) for people with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis. The Genetic Metabolic Disorders Service runs two clinics. The primary clinic is at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead. A second clinic is at Sydney Children’s Hospital.
Clinic clinicians
- Professor Carolyn Ellaway — Clinical and metabolic geneticist; Paediatrician and Clinical Geneticist
- Dr Shanti Balasubramaniam — Metabolic Geneticist; Biochemical genetic pathologist
- Dr Arthavan Selvanathan — Metabolic specialist
- Dr Kate Lichkus — Paediatrician
- Dr Greg Woodhead — Neonatologist
- Dr Jennifer Moon — Paediatric gastroenterologist
- Dr Tahlee Minto — Metabolic Physician; Paediatrician
Allied health services
- Kiera Batten — Senior Metabolic Dietitian
For people and families
How to access: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP), paediatrician, or specialist.
What happens after referral:Â Referrals are reviewed at a monthly intake meeting; a specialist is allocated. After the intake meeting, appointments are confirmed in writing, or the referring doctor is contacted for further information.
How people are notified:Â The family receives an email with referral tracking information via Consultmed (if an email address is included on the referral). Appointments are confirmed in writing after the monthly intake meeting.
Telehealth:Â Yes, but the clinic prefers face-to-face for the first appointment.
Wait time: Varies depending on referral urgency and clinical need, approximately 3-6 months. If you have not heard back, call the clinic for help with the referral and appointment process.
For health professionals
Who can refer: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP), paediatrician, or specialist.
Preferred referral method:Â e-referrals via Consultmed.
Address referral to:Â A/Prof Carolyn Ellaway, or Dr Shanti Balasubramaniam.
What to include:Â Prior clinic letters, any results, either genetic or biochemical. The referring clinician should include a family email address on the referral so referral tracking updates can be sent.
Sydney Children's Hospital
Genetic Metabolic Disorders Service • Paediatric clinic • Referral required Expand
At a glance
Clinic address:
Prince of Wales Hospital, Level 7, Bright Alliance building, High Street, Randwick, NSW 2031
Service area:
NSW and ACT (outreach clinic services Newcastle)
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected mitochondrial disease (mito)
Who the clinic is for
Paediatric clinic (children and adolescents) for people with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis. The Genetic Metabolic Disorders Service runs two clinics. The primary clinic is at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead. This clinic at Sydney Children’s Hospital is the secondary clinic.
Clinic clinicians
- Dr Arthavan Selvanathan — Metabolic specialist
- Dr Greg Woodhead — Paediatrician
- Dr Jennifer Moon — Paediatric gastroenterologist
- Jacqui Russell — Nurse Practitioner
Allied health services
Allied health support is available via the clinic.
For people and families
How to access: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP), paediatrician, or specialist.
What happens after referral:Â Referrals are reviewed at a monthly intake meeting; a specialist is allocated. After the intake meeting, appointments are confirmed in writing, or the referring doctor is contacted for further information.
How people are notified:Â The family receives an email with referral tracking information via Consultmed (if an email address is included on the referral). Appointments are confirmed in writing after the monthly intake meeting.
Telehealth:Â Yes, but the clinic prefers face-to-face for the first appointment.
Wait time: Varies depending on referral urgency and clinical need, approximately 3-6 months. If you have not heard back, call the clinic for help with the referral and appointment process.
For health professionals
Who can refer: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP), paediatrician, or specialist.
Preferred referral method:Â e-referrals via Consultmed.
Address referral to:Â A/Prof Carolyn Ellaway, or Dr Shanti Balasubramaniam.
What to include:Â Prior clinic letters, any results, either genetic or biochemical. The referring clinician should include a family email address on the referral so referral tracking updates can be sent.
Queensland Children’s Hospital
Lifespan Metabolic Medicine Service • Paediatric clinic • Referral required Expand
At a glance
Clinic address:
Queensland Children's Hospital, Level 6c, Stanley Street, South Brisbane, QLD 4101
Service area:
QLD, northern NSW and NT (outreach clinic services Townsville and up to Cairns)
Eligibility:
Confirmed diagnosis of mitochondrial disease (mito). If you don’t yet have a diagnosis, referral for genetic testing is required at the same time.
Contact details:
Phone:
(07) 3068 4426
Who the clinic is for
The Paediatric Lifespan Metabolic Medicine Service at Queensland Children’s Hospital provides care for children and young people with mito and other metabolic conditions. The service is for children and young people under 18 years who live in Queensland, northern New South Wales, and the Northern Territory. The clinic team can also support young people aged 18 and over to transition to adult metabolic services.
Clinic clinicians
- Anita Inwood — Nurse Practitioner (Clinic Lead/Service Head/Service Director)
- Professor David Coman — Metabolic Specialist and Clinical Geneticist
- Dr Michelle Lipke — Metabolic Consultant and Clinical Geneticist
- Dr Matthew Lynch — Neurologist / Metabolic Paediatrician
- Carolyn Bursle — Paediatric Metabolic Physician and Clinical Geneticist
- Sally Smith — Nurse Practitioner
- Catherine Athow — Clinical Nurse
- Janette Spicer — Clinical Nurse
Allied health services
The clinic can refer to general allied health services (including dietetics, physiotherapy and occupational therapy).
For people and families
How to access: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP), nurse practitioner, or specialist.
What happens after referral: The clinic team triages the referral and contacts the family to confirm next steps. Appointments are offered based on clinical need.
How families are notified: The family will receive a letter.
If families need to follow up: Email metabolic-medicine@health.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3068 4426.
Telehealth: Available. Contact the clinic, as limits apply.
Wait time: Waiting times follow Queensland Health categories:
- Category 1 (Urgent): appointment within 30 days
- Category 2 (Priority): appointment within 90 days
- Category 3 (Routine): appointment within 365 days
For health professionals
Who can refer: General practitioners (GPs), nurse practitioners, or specialists with a provider number.
Preferred referral method: Use the referral button below
Address referral to: Any specialist listed (Anita Inwood, Professor David Coman, Dr Michelle Lipke, Dr Matthew Lynch, or Carolyn Bursle)
What to include: Any available medical results and full medical history.
Referral content: Referrals must include general referral information and standard requirements.
At a glance
Clinic address:
Royal North Shore Hospital, ambulatory care centre (outpatient clinics), check in D, level 3, acute services building (main entry level), Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW 2065
Service area:
NSW residents and residents of other NSW health districts are accepted unless a local neurology service offers the same service.
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Phone:
(02) 9463 1828
Fax:
(02) 9463 1058
Email:
NSLHD-RNS-Neurogenetics@health.nsw.gov.au (Tuesday to Thursday only)
Who the clinic is for
This adult clinic accepts referrals for people with a confirmed or suspected neurogenetic disorder, including mitochondrial disease (mito). Likely symptomatic family members of a person with a known neurogenetic disorder may also be seen. The clinic does not provide a general neurological review. Referrals for non-specific fatigue/lethargy or non-specific pain are excluded. Autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disability without other neurological deficit is excluded (chromosomal abnormalities should be referred to Clinical Genetics). Referrals are accepted unless a local neurology service offers the same service.
Clinic clinicians
Dr Kate Ahmad — Consultant Neurologist
Dr Christina Liang — Neurologist
Fabienne Edema-Hildebrand — Clinic Nurse
Allied health services are available through the clinic.
For people and families
How to access: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist.
What happens after referral:Â Referrals are reviewed and triaged, then placed on a waitlist. Contact about an appointment time is usually within 1 to 4 weeks.
How people are notified: The clinic contacts you with the outcome and next steps. Calls may appear as a blocked number. If an appointment is scheduled, a reminder text message is sent.
Telehealth:Â Not for the first appointment. Telehealth is available for ongoing management only if the person has been seen in person in the last 12 months.
Wait time:Â Currently (March 2026), long wait times of 6 to 9 months, but this can vary depending on referral urgency and clinical need. Urgent referrals may be seen sooner (Category 1 within 30 days; Category 2 within 90 days).
If you have not heard back: Allow at least 4 weeks for referral review and notification of next steps. If you still have not heard back, contact the clinic or the neurogenetic nurse on (02) 9463 1827.
For health professionals
Who can refer: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist.
Preferred referral method:Â HealthLink (eReferrals) for GP referrals.
Other accepted methods:Â Specialist referrals can be sent by email or fax (see contact details in At a glance).
Address referral to:Â Neurogenetics Clinic, Royal North Shore Hospital, Dr Kate Ahmad and Dr Christina Liang.
What to include:Â Patient details (name, date of birth, address, contact numbers, email), reason for referral (including suspected condition if known), relevant past medical history, current medications, and relevant investigations and test results (including genetic report, prior letters, and family history if available).
At a glance
Clinic address:
The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, (Specialist Clinic Reception Desk D and Specialist Clinic Reception H), 50 Flemington Rd, Parkville, VIC 3052
Postal address: Department of Metabolics, Level 2, East Building, Zone K.
Service area:
Victoria and Tasmania. People living near the borders of other states may also be seen.
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected diagnosis of mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Phone:
Appointments: (03) 9345 6180
Office / metabolic triage voicemail: (03) 8341 6801
Fax:
03) 9345 6740
Email:
metabolic@rch.org.au
Who the clinic is for
The Metabolic Medicine department provides diagnosis and care for children with genetic metabolic conditions, including mito. Families are seen from across Victoria and Tasmania. The team works closely with other paediatric services and supports shared care with community paediatricians to ensure timely assessments and ongoing management, especially for those living outside Melbourne.
Clinic clinicians
- Dr Maureen Evans — Director of Metabolic Medicine
- Dr Heidi Peters — Metabolic Consultant
- Dr Sharmila Kiss — Metabolic Consultant
- Dr Rebecca Quin — Paediatric Consultant
- Dr Isabelle Adant — Metabolic Fellow
The clinical team includes physicians, dietitians, metabolic nurses, a neuropsychologist, a social worker, and administrative staff.
For people and families
How to access: A referral is needed. Referrals are accepted from General Practitioners (GPs) or specialists.
Who the clinic is for: This is a children’s clinic. People aged 18 years and over are referred to the Royal Melbourne Hospital metabolic team.
What happens after referral: Referrals are reviewed and directed to the most appropriate clinic. The clinic will contact the family with next steps or to confirm appointment details (method not stated).
Wait time: Wait times vary depending on how urgent the referral is and clinical need. If there’s no response, contact the clinic or contact the clinician who sent the referral.
Telehealth: Telehealth is available, but it’s not usually used for the first appointment and not for all appointments. The clinic decides if telehealth is suitable.
Outreach or regional clinics: Not available.
For health professionals
Who can refer: Referrals accepted from general practitioners (GPs) or specialists. Referral letters from other health professionals may also be accepted.
Where to send referral: Fax (03) 9345 6740 or email metabolic@rch.org.au. The RCH Specialist Clinics external referral form is required and must be faxed to (03) 9345 5034 (general specialist clinics process).
What to include: Provide as much clinical information as possible to support triage, including reason for referral, examination findings (if relevant), management to date, investigation results, relevant medical history, allergies, and medications. Include social and special circumstances where relevant, as this may influence urgency.
Expected next step after referral: Referrals are reviewed and directed to the most appropriate clinic. The clinic will contact the family with next steps or to confirm appointment details.
Wait time: Varies depending on referral urgency and clinical need. If there is no response, contact the clinic.
Telehealth: Available but not usually for first appointments and not for all appointments. Determined by the clinic as clinically appropriate.
Outreach or regional clinics: Not available
At a glance
Clinic address:
Level 2 Westmead Hospital, corner Hawkesbury Road and Darcy Road, Westmead, NSW 2145
Service area:
Western Sydney.
The clinic may also accept transition patients from outside the area if referred by the paediatric metabolic team.
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected diagnosis of mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Phone:
(02) 8890 9780
Who the clinic is for
The Genetic Medicine Clinic at Westmead Hospital provides care for adults with mito and other inherited metabolic conditions. The clinic offers support with diagnosis, management, and long-term care coordination.
Clinic clinicians
Associate Professor Michel Tchan — Clinical and metabolic geneticist
The clinic also has a Metabolic dietitian service available.
For people and families
How to access: A referral is needed. Referrals are accepted from General Practitioners (GPs) or specialists.
What happens after referral: Referrals are reviewed and you will be contacted when an appointment becomes available.
Wait time: Varies depending on referral urgency and clinical need.
Telehealth: Not available.
For health professionals
Who can refer: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist.
Preferred referral method: Referrals can be faxed or emailed
Address referral to: Associate Professor Michel Tchan
What to include: Genetic report, prior letters, test results, medication list, and past medical history.
At a glance
Clinic address:
Mater Hospital Brisbane, Raymond Terrace, South Brisbane, QLD 4101
Service area:
South East Queensland (includes Metro South and West Moreton Hospital and Health Services)
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected diagnosis of mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Phone:
(07) 3163 2200
Who the clinic is for
The Lifespan Metabolic Medicine Service at Mater Hospital, provides care for adults with confirmed or suspected mito. The clinic supports diagnosis, monitoring, and management, and works closely with referring doctors to make sure patients are prioritised based on need.
Clinic clinicians
Dr Janelle Nisbet — Metabolic Physician
Dr Liza Phillips — Endocrinologist
Dr Michelle Lipke — Metabolic Physician
Dr Daniel Schweitzer — Neurologist
Allied health services
RN Sally Smith — Metabolic Nurse, Nurse Practitioner
Psychology support offered
For people and families
How to access: You will need a referral from a General Practitioner (GP). If there is no confirmed diagnosis, a referral for genetic investigations is also needed.
What the clinic does: The clinic supports diagnosis, ongoing management and follow-up, and care coordination for adults with suspected or confirmed mito.
Wait time: Appointment timeframes are based on clinical urgency:
- Category 1 (Urgent): within 30 days
- Category 2 (Priority): within 90 days
- Category 3 (Routine): within 365 days
If you have not heard back: To check on a referral, call or email the clinic.
For health professionals
Who can refer: General Practitioner (GP).
Referral criteria: GP referrals are accepted if a diagnosis has been confirmed. If there is no confirmed molecular diagnosis, a concurrent referral for genetic investigations is required.
Preferred referral method: Smart Referrals, secure messaging, or fax to (07) 3163 8548. Use the appropriate Mater Adult Referral form.
Address referral to: Dr Janelle Nisbet or Dr Liza Phillips
What to include: Any available medical results, full medical history, and standard referral information.
For referral enquiries:
General Practitioner priority line: (07) 3163 2200
Email: metabolic-medicine@health.qld.gov.au
Royal Adelaide Hospital
Neuromuscular/Neurogenetic clinic • Adult clinic • Referral required Expand
At a glance
Clinic address:
Level 3, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Port Road, Adelaide, SA 5000
Service area:
South Australia
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected diagnosis of mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Who the clinic is for
The Neuromuscular/Neurogenetic Clinic at Royal Adelaide Hospital supports adults with suspected or confirmed neuromuscular and neurogenetic conditions. This includes mitochondrial and metabolic myopathies, muscular dystrophies, hereditary neuropathies, and slowly progressive neurological conditions where a genetic cause is suspected. The clinic offers diagnosis, genetic testing, and ongoing care planning.
Clinic clinicians
Dr Roula Ghaoui — Neurologist
For people and families
How to access: You will need a referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist.
What happens after referral: Referrals are triaged based on urgency.
How people are notified: You will be contacted by letter, phone, or text with appointment details, or advised you are on the waitlist. If the referral is not accepted, the referring doctor is notified.
Telehealth: Available
Wait time: Varies depending on referral urgency and clinical need.
If you have not heard back: For referral enquiries, contact the RAH Outpatients Referral Hub on (08) 7117 2838 or email HealthRAHOPDReferrals@sa.gov.au.
For health professionals
Who can refer: General Practitioners (GPs) and specialists.
Preferred referral method: eReferrals are preferred.
Address referral to: Dr Roula Ghaoui
What to include: Include full demographic and clinical details, using the Neurology Clinical Prioritisation Criteria (CPC) as a guide.
Referral enquiries: RAH Outpatients Referral Hub
Phone: (08) 7117 2838
Email: HealthRAHOPDReferrals@sa.gov.au
Clinic contact details:
Phone: (08) 7117 3009
Fax: (08) 7074 6241
Email: health.rahneurologyoutpatients@sa.gov.au
Phone hours: 9.00 am to 4.30 pm
Women’s and Children’s Hospital
Metabolic Clinic • Paediatric clinic • Referral required Expand
At a glance
Clinic address:
Craniofacial Unit, 1st Floor, Clarence Rieger Building, Zone B, The Women’s and Children’s Hospital, 72 King William Road, North Adelaide SA 5006
Service area:
South Australia and Northern Territory
Eligibility:
Children with a confirmed or suspected diagnosis of mitochondrial disease (mito)
Who the clinic is for
The Metabolic Clinic at The Women’s and Children’s Hospital provides care for children with suspected mitochondrial disease or a confirmed molecular diagnosis of mitochondrial disease. The clinic supports diagnosis, monitoring, and long-term care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Clinic clinicians
Dr Drago Bratkovic — Paediatric Metabolic Physician
Dr Rebecca Halligan — Paediatric Metabolic Physician
Allied health services
Nurses and dietitians are part of the multidisciplinary team.
For people and families
How to access: Your child will need a referral from a paediatrician or paediatric specialist.
What happens after referral: The clinic will contact the family to confirm next steps or provide appointment details.
Telehealth: Yes. Telehealth is available, including for families in the Northern Territory and regional areas.
Wait time: See the SA Health Clinical Prioritisation Criteria (CPCs) for information.
If you have not heard back: Call (08) 8161 7295 or email Health.WCHMetabolic@sa.gov.au
For health professionals
Who can refer: Paediatricians or paediatric specialists.
Preferred referral method: E-referrals using Health Link.
Referral enquiries:
Metabolic office
Phone: (08) 8161 7295
Email: Health.WCHMetabolic@sa.gov.au
Calvary Health Care Bethlehem
Statewide Progressive Neurological Disease Service (SPNDS) • Adult clinic • Referral required Expand
At a glance
Clinic address:
Calvary Health Care Bethlehem, 476 Kooyong Road, Caulfield South, VIC 3162
Service area:
Victoria (statewide)
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Phone:
(03) 9834 9423
Who the clinic is for
The Statewide Progressive Neurological Disease Service (SPNDS) at Calvary Health Care Bethlehem provides multidisciplinary care for adults with progressive neurological conditions, including mito. The service supports diagnosis, management, and monitoring, and works closely with community-based organisations and health professionals across Victoria.
Clinic clinicians
Dr Christine Wools — Neurologist
Allied health services
Allied health is available through the clinic as part of the multidisciplinary care provided by the service. This includes occupational therapy, physiotherapy, dietetics, speech pathology, and neuropsychology.
For people and families
How to access: You will need a referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist. A detailed medical letter is required.
What happens after referral: The clinic will contact you with appointment details or next steps. Follow-up care may include coordination with local providers and services.
Telehealth: Yes. However, the first appointment is face to face.
Wait time: Varies depending on referral urgency and clinical need.
If you have not heard back: Call (03) 9834 9423 or email BET-Access&Intake@calvarycare.org.au.
For health professionals
Who can refer: General Practitioners (GPs) and specialists.
Preferred referral method: Email BET-Access&Intake@calvarycare.org.au or fax (03) 9834 9494.
Address referral to: SPNDS Attn: Dr Christine Wools
What to include: A detailed medical letter.
Referral enquiries:
Phone: (03) 9834 9423
Email: BET-Access&Intake@calvarycare.org.au
Phone hours:
8.30 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday
At a glance
Clinic address:
Level 2, The Alfred, 99 Commercial Road, Melbourne VIC 3004
Service area:
South-eastern Melbourne, the Peninsula, and regional Victoria
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Who the clinic is for
The Movement Disorder Clinic at The Alfred provides care for adults with neuromuscular and neurological conditions, including those related to mito. The clinic supports diagnosis, ongoing management and follow-up, and care coordination.
Clinic clinicians
A/Professor Dominic Thyagarajan — Neurologist
For people and families
How to access: You will need a referral from a General Practitioner (GP), another specialist doctor, or your Alfred Health doctor. The clinic cannot see patients without a referral.
What happens after referral: All requests for Specialist Clinic Outpatient appointments are scheduled according to clinical need. Clinicians assess whether an appointment is urgent or routine based on the information provided in the referral.
How people are notified: SMS and letter
Telehealth: Yes. The first appointment is preferred in person.
Wait time: Appointments are scheduled according to clinical need. Clinicians assess whether an appointment is urgent or routine based on the information provided in the referral.
For health professionals
Who can refer: General Practitioners, specialist doctors, or Alfred Health doctors.
Preferred referral method: Email op.refferals@alfred.org.au or fax (03) 9076 6938. Alfred Health also uses Consultmed eReferrals.
Address referral to: Professor Dominic Thyagarajan
Referral enquiries: Specialist Outpatients Clinic
Phone: (03) 9076 2025
Email: op.refferals@alfred.org.au
Fax: (03) 9076 6938
Phone hours: 8.00 am to 4.30 pm
Royal Melbourne Hospital
Neuromuscular Clinic and Metabolic Disease Unit • Adult clinics • Referral required Expand
At a glance
Clinic address's:
- Neuromuscular clinic:
The Royal Melbourne Hospital, 300 Grattan Street, Parkville VIC 3050 - Metabolic Disease Unit:
The RMH Elizabeth Street, 635 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne VIC
Service area:
Local catchment
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Phone:
General enquiries: (03) 9342 7393
Referral enquiries: (03) 9139 4770
Neuromuscular Clinic details
Who the clinic is for
The Neuromuscular clinic and Metabolic Disease Unit at The Royal Melbourne Hospital provide care for adults with a wide range of neurological conditions, including neuromuscular disorders such as mito. The service supports diagnosis, genetic testing, and ongoing clinical care.
Clinic clinicians
Dr Christine Wools - Neurologist
Dr Tim Fazio - Metabolic Disease Unit
For people and families
How to access: You will need a referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist.
What happens after referral: Appointments are offered based on clinical need. Dr Christine Wools can support care through the diagnostic process and while awaiting results.
Telehealth: Yes
Wait time: Varies depending on referral urgency and clinical need.
If you have not heard back:
Referral enquiries: (03) 9139 4770
General enquiries: (03) 9342 7393
For health professionals
Who can refer: General Practitioners (GPs) and specialists.
Preferred referral method: Referrals must be made to Neurology, not directly to the neuromuscular specialist. Follow the Statewide Referral Criteria. Use the RMH referral form or your clinic template. Fax: (03) 9342 4234. Email is not accepted.
Address referral to: Address to Neurology. For mito-related neurological review and genetic testing: Dr Christine Wools.
Referral enquiries: GP Referral Information Line: (03) 9139 4770
Clinic contact details: Specialist Clinics - Outpatients: (03) 9342 7393
Phone hours: 9.00 am to 4.30 pm
Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
Ocular Genetics Clinic • Adult and Paediatric clinic • Referral required Expand
At a glance
Clinic address:
Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, 32 Gisborne Street, East Melbourne VIC 3002
Service area:
Victoria. Referrals from interstate may be accepted if the service is not available locally.
Eligibility:
Children and adults with a confirmed or suspected diagnosis of inherited eye conditions, including those related to mitochondrial disease (mito)
Who the clinic is for
The Ocular Genetics Clinic at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital provides care for children and adults with inherited eye conditions, including those linked to mitochondrial disease. The clinic supports diagnostic assessment, ongoing management and follow-up, and coordinates genetic testing for mito-related eye conditions.
Clinic clinicians
Dr Jonathan Ruddle — Ophthalmologist, Head of clinic
Professor Alex Hewitt — Ophthalmologist
Dr Thomas Edwards — Ophthalmologist
Associate Professor Fred Chen — Ophthalmologist
Ms Lisa Kearns — Orthoptist and Clinic coordinator
Support services
In-house social work, ear, nose and throat, balance, and cochlear departments.
For people and families
How to access: You will need a referral to attend this clinic.
What happens after referral: Once the referral has been received, the hospital will contact you to make an appointment.
How people are notified: You will receive a letter within 4 to 6 weeks confirming that you are on the waiting list.
If you have not heard back: Contact Patient Services and Access on (03) 9929 8500 or email Patient.Services@eyeandear.org.au.
For health professionals
Who can refer: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist.
Preferred referral method: Referrals should follow the Statewide Referral Criteria.
What to include: Prior letters, test results, and any other relevant reports.
Clinical note: This clinic coordinates genetic testing for mito-related eye conditions. If other symptoms or organ systems are involved, referral to a mito clinic such as Royal Melbourne Hospital or Royal Children’s Hospital is recommended.
Referral enquiries:
Patient Services and Access
Phone: (03) 9929 8500
Email: Patient.Services@eyeandear.org.au
At a glance
Clinic address:
Perth Children’s Hospital, Clinic B, Ground Floor, 15 Hospital Avenue, Nedlands WA 6009
Service area:
Western Australia statewide
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Phone:
(08) 6456 2222
1300 551 142 (general support)
Fax:
(08) 6456 0097
Email:
referrals@health.wa.gov.au
Who the clinic is for
The Metabolic Medicine department at Perth Children’s Hospital provides diagnosis and care for children with genetic metabolic conditions, including mito. The team also supports children diagnosed through the WA Newborn Screening Program.
Clinic clinicians
Dr Maina Kava — Paediatric Neurologist and Neuromuscular Physician
Allied health services
Tamara Farrell — Senior Dietitian
Multidisciplinary team care is available.
For people and families
How to access: Your child will need a referral to attend this clinic.
What happens after referral: New referrals are assessed against eligibility guidelines and prioritised according to medical need. The outpatient clinic runs on Monday mornings.
How people are notified: SMS or letter
Telehealth: Telehealth is generally available for suitable appointments, often for follow-up.
Wait time: Confirmed or suspected mito referrals are triaged as high priority and are usually seen within 14 days.
If you have not heard back: Follow-up support is available through Health Pathways WA on 1300 551 142.
For health professionals
Who can refer: Paediatricians, specialists, and community or hospital health providers.
Preferred referral method: Urgent referrals should be discussed with the Perth Children’s Hospital Consultant or Registrar before the referral is sent. The referral should then be faxed and include the name of the Consultant or Registrar spoken to. Non-urgent referrals should go through the Central Referral Service.
Address referral to: Dr Maina Kava
What to include: Comprehensive medical and demographic information is required.
At a glance
Clinic address:
Royal Perth Hospital (RPH), Block A, Level 8, Victoria Square, Perth, WA 6000
Service area:
Local catchment (postcode-based).
Eligibility:
Confirmed or suspected mitochondrial disease (mito)
Contact details:
Phone:
(08) 9224 2593
(Monday - Thursday)
Email:
rph.neurogenetics@health.wa.gov.au
Who the clinic is for
The Neurogenetics Clinic sees adults with genetic neurological conditions, including mitochondrial disease (mito). Eligibility includes people with a confirmed diagnosis or where a condition is suspected. Referrals for people living locally are managed through the appropriate hospital for their residential postcode (local catchment).
Clinic clinicians
- Professor Phillipa Lamont — Neurologist and Neurogenetics Physician
- Lee Fyfe — Clinical Nurse
Allied health services
- Shannon Williams — Physiotherapist
- Additional allied health support is available via the clinic.
For people and families
How to access: A referral is required from a General Practitioner (GP) or specialist.
What happens after referral:Â Referrals are triaged according to criteria. The clinic will contact you with appointment details or request more information if needed.
How people are notified:Â You can request your preferred notification method (letter, SMS, or email).
Telehealth:Â Telehealth is offered. It is not suitable for a new patient or your first appointment.
Wait time:Â 12 months (sooner if considered more urgent).
If you have not heard back:Â Contact the clinic.
For health professionals
Who can refer: Referral from a General Practitioner (GP) or a specialist.
Preferred referral method:Â Email referral to rph.neurogenetics@health.wa.gov.au.
Address referral to:Â Consultant.
What to include:Â Clinical details and reports supporting the need for Neurogenetics Clinic referral, including previous genetic reports and relevant results.
Can't find a clinic?
Not every state or territory has a dedicated mito clinic, and some clinics may accept referrals from outside their local area.
If you cannot find a clinic that appears relevant, Mito Foundation can provide general information about available services and support.
About this directory
Clinic services, referral requirements and service areas can change over time. We aim to keep this directory up to date and review clinic information regularly.
Clinic information last updated: 2 April 2026
This information was current as at the date shown above. If you notice any updates or changes, please let us know at supportservices@mito.org.au.
